Summary

  • Ireland score five tries to secure record win at Twickenham as England slump to miserable defeat

  • Ireland reignite their title hopes with brilliant display marshalled by Jamison Gibson-Park

  • England's title hopes in tatters after heavy back-to-back defeats

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    Get Involvedpublished at 16:33 GMT 21 February

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    As a long time Manchester United supporter I can warn fellow England rugby fans about coaches who set negative records, they are not just statistics, but a sign something is seriously wrong with an elite organisation.

    Greg

    England heading for the wooden spoon. With a resurgent Italy and an awesome France this is not a fanciful idea but a nailed on cert.

    Allen

    Just when you think it couldn't get any worse for England - it does! Only thing we have to cheer about this Six Nations is beating Wales!

    Jake

  2. 'As players we have to own it'published at 16:30 GMT 21 February

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    England Rugby

    England captain Maro Itoje to ITV Sport: "I guess the first half we turned the ball over too much, when we did get in their half we weren't clinical. As players we have to own it. We have to take responsibility and make sure we're better.

    "Ultimately we weren't accurate. We got into good positions. We didn't come away with points or score. We know it's not good enough. We'll be working harder to get it right.

    "We need to look after the ball. We need to make sure our possessions are accurate. Ultimately we turned the ball over too much."

  3. What next for England?published at 16:28 GMT 21 February

    After the break, England face an in-form Italy team in two weeks time and then finish up their Six Nations at defending champions and currently unbeaten France.

    In January Steve Borthwick said he wanted England fans "flooding across the channel" to watch that game and potentially see England win the title.

    Right now, England look closer to the Wooden Spoon than first.

  4. Postpublished at 16:24 GMT 21 February

    Stick around for all the reaction. We want to talk about both England and Ireland and let you have your say.

    If it's more live rugby you're after, build-up to Wales vs Scotland is right here.

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    Get Involvedpublished at 16:22 GMT 21 February

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    As an Ireland fan who turns 42 tomorrow, thank you for the early birthday present Ireland

    Dave

    Well done Ireland, got to say though that's the worst performance I've seen by England for 20 years

    Stuart, Alveley

  6. 'That performance was right up there with one of the best we've ever had'published at 16:20 GMT 21 February

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    Ireland Rugby

    Ireland's Dan Sheehan to ITV Sport: "We're such a hungry group. We believe in ourselves a lot. We've been under the pump by the media a lot.

    "That performance was right up there with one of the best we've ever had. We've stuck together, we've ignored that. When we all come together special things happen. To get this win at Twickenham is special."

    On head coach Andy Farrell: "He just reminds us that if we get our systems right we have a plan to beat anyone. He gives us incredible belief. You look outside the group and there isn't too much belief. But he and the coaching group have made us believe and helped us put a performance in today."

    "It's mad how many Irish fans there are in here. Early kick off, they'll have a good day out."

  7. Postpublished at 16:18 GMT 21 February

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    Mike McCarthy
    Former Ireland second row on BBC Radio Ulster

    Ireland will go forward with momentum and will look to finish the tournament on a high.

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    Get Involvedpublished at 16:15 GMT 21 February

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    Utterly pathetic by England, in every respect. From 12 wins in a row, including against New Zealand, to abject performances against Scotland and Ireland. Where is the coaching, the leadership, the character? It's not good enough, and we really must consider whether captain and coach should stay in their roles.

    Alexander, Witham

    If Borthwick has any self respect he should walk away tonight

    Andrew, Kilmarnock

    What happened to the England that was so dominant in the Autumn Internationals? Nothing has changed to the coaching or playing personnel

    David, Beckett

  9. Postpublished at 16:13 GMT 21 February

    Sooooo much to unpack.

    England embarrassed. Ireland's greatest day in London. Andy Farrell's side have pushed themselves back into title conversation...

  10. Postpublished at 16:11 GMT 21 February

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    Mike McCarthy
    Former Ireland second row on BBC Radio Ulster

    The players deserve this. Beating England by that score, it's been some turnaround. What a change a week can make.

  11. Postpublished at 16:09 GMT 21 February

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    Chris Jones
    BBC rugby union correspondent on BBC 5 Live

    England's Six Nations title hopes, their distant hopes, are up in smoke.

    Players on the final whistleImage source, Getty Images
  12. Full-timepublished at 81 mins

    England 21-42 Ireland

    Ireland's biggest win in London! It's official! England lose at home for the first time since Autumn 2024.

  13. Postpublished at 80 mins

    England 21-42 Ireland

    The clock ticks red. England still have it.

  14. Postpublished at 79 mins

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    One minute remains. England have the ball back in midfield.

    George Ford of England kicks the ball clear whilst under pressure from Craig Casey of IrelandImage source, Getty Images
  15. Postpublished at 79 mins

    England 21-42 Ireland

    Ireland's record away win over England by points margin is 17 by the way. Another record that looks set to tumble...

    Caelan Doris of Ireland is tackled by Henry PollockImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involvedpublished at 16:05 GMT 21 February

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    Possibly the most disappointing performance of all time for an England team, just shows how average Englands coaching is, Andy Farrell is streets ahead.

    Nick, Leatherhead

  17. Postpublished at 79 mins

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    Any chance of a late England bonus point looks unlikely. Ireland want a sixth try.

  18. Postpublished at 78 mins

    England 21-42 Ireland

    Jamison Gibson-Park is named player of the match by the folks on the telly.

  19. Postpublished at 16:04 GMT 21 February

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    Matt Dawson
    Former England scrum-half on BBC Radio 5 Live

    There is no wonder Ireland are leaking one or two tries, they are giving it all they have got. More than they have got, they were written off before today.

  20. Postpublished at 16:03 GMT 21 February

    England 19-42 Ireland

    Matt Dawson
    Former England scrum-half on BBC Radio 5 Live

    What's the scarring going to be here because this is deep.